College Applications

Learn how to get started on the college application process, explore universities and majors, and learn what you have to do each year of high school to stay on track.
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The Application

What you need to know about college applications to feel confident about applying
13 Tips for Adding Activities & Awards on Your University of California (UC) Application
Applying to Berkeley? UCLA? UC Davis? Tips for activities section on the University of California (UC) Application.
8 Examples of College Essays That Worked
How to write your college essay: examples of college essays that answer the Common App, Coalition App, and school-specific writing prompts!
College Essay Tips for First-Gen Students
Are you first in your family to go to college? Need help writing your college essay? Here are tips for you!
How to Craft an Elevator Pitch for Your College Interview
Tell me about yourself. Can you answer this question? In this guide, learn how to adapt an elevator pitch for a college interview!
How to Prep for a College Interview
Tips to ace a college interview, mock interview questions, and even what it means to dress business casual!
How to Prepare for the UC Applications (California)
Thinking about applying to University of California schools? Learn about UC requirements here including Berkeley, UCLA, Davis, Irvine and more!
How to Write a College Essay
This comprehensive guide includes a step by step process to make college essay writing easy!
How to Write a Personal Statement (A Crash Course)
Easy to understand guide on writing the Common App and personal statement essay for your college application.
Tips for the Personal Insight Questions on the UC Application
Applying to a University of California school? Check out the personal insight questions on the UC application and some tips for success.

Colleges & Majors

Learn the difference between colleges and get help choosing a major
Private vs. Public Colleges: What’s the Difference?
Understand public vs private school, including Ivy Leagues, with this college guide to help you choose the best option for you!
The 5 Best Majors If You Want to Work With Animals
Love animals? Want a job working with animals? Learn about 5 college majors for animal lovers.
What It's Like Majoring in Art
Want a job in art? Learn about career paths and planning to have a professional future in an art role.
What it's like Majoring in History
History nerds unite! Learn what majoring in history in college is like to help you decide if you want to choose that pathway.
What’s the Difference Between an Associate’s and Bachelor's Degree?
Learn the types of college degrees to help you figure out what your next steps whether you're looking at a 2 or 4 year degree, public or private school.

I'm a...

Specific info based on what year you are in high school and resources for first-generation students
How to Ace College Entrance Exams (SAT, ACT, PSAT)
Need help with SAT, ACT or PSAT? Here's what you need to know to do well on your college entrance exams.
How to Calculate Your Financial Aid Needs
Tips and tricks to calculate your financial aid needs to help prepare for college.
How to Complete the Activities Section on Common App
What 10 activities should I include in the Common App activities section? What are some tips for writing the descriptions?
How to Contact Admissions Officers
Learn how to talk to admissions officers to help you decide if a college is a good fit for you.
How to Create Your Target List of Colleges to Apply To
Free step-by-step guide to help you through the process of creating a list of colleges to apply to!
How to Find & Apply for Scholarships
Need to pay for college? Here's the info you need to find and apply to scholarships to help you pay for school.
How to Get Internships in High School
Finding and preparing for internships as a high school student! From resume tips to networking to dealing with rejection, this guide has it all!
How to Get Outstanding Letters of Recommendation for College
Learn how to choose who to ask for Letters of Recommendation for your college application.
How to Get a 36 on the ACT Reading Section
Tips and strategies to get a perfect score on ACT Reading! A 36 is possible with Fiveable's free ACT resources!